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It was a good idea starting the new season with a replay of the grand final, but it was an incredibly aggressive game. Napa started off looking like he didn’t know what he’d let himself in for, like a kid in a toy shop not knowing which toy to pick. And then, suddenly, he made his choice, and BAM!, same old Dylan, same old choices.

Dylan Napa sent off on Super League debut after sending opponent to Narnia

Manly are a definite contender. However, unlike the Storm who seem able to maintain a consistent level of performance no matter who is in the team, Manly will need their best players to perform consistently well and to escape injury that keeps them out for any length of time. Their opponents will have been working out ways to minimise Tom’s effectiveness, in much the way the Storm did, and they will need Kieran Foran to replicate the way he played last season. Harper’s defence is suspect and, whilst Lachlan Croker has been tremendous at hooker, it’s uncertain if this is the right position for him. They could definitely be there at the end of the season, but a lot will have to go right for them. For what it’s worth (admittedly, it’s not worth much), I’m predicting a Sea Eagles v Roosters grand final.

Here's why Manly will win the 2022 NRL premiership

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